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Biffa
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Manchester, Greater Manchester
Project Manager
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Overview
Biffa is on the lookout for a Project Manager to be responsible and accountable for the projects from initial definition (vision, objectives, scope etc.), solution design and delivery and through to its successful implementation and embedding (to time, cost and quality). The role will be a national role so travel will be expected. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES 1. Define the project (vision, objectives, scope, plans, resources, benefits) 2. Complete all project plans (high level, milestone, 90 day, detailed & integrated) and track against plan 3. Define, allocate, manage and realise benefits 4. Select, motivate, manage and review the project team members 5. Define, gain approval of, and manage the project budget 6. Identify, manage, report and mitigate project risks and issues 7. Design, test, obtain approval for and implement integrated solution 8. Report (formally and informally) on project progress, risks, dependencies and escalate issues to the Head of Projects NATURE AND SCOPE Managing Collections (I&C and Municipal) business projects, which may be tactical "BAU" and Continuous Improvement projects or business acquisitions and integrations. Accountable for Project initiation document (PID), project plans, progress reports, integrated budget, resource Plan, benefits documents, risks & issues report, solution design, implementation plan and all documents as defined in the PID. Other Key Measures - Performance against plan - Quality and timeliness of deliverables - Costs against Budget - Realisation of Benefits - Business Readiness PERSON SPECIFICATION Educated to degree level or equivalent. Prince 2 Practitioner. Leading similar strategic projects (size, complexity, timescales). In-depth experience of the business processes covered by the specific project. Excellent understanding of Biffa business, and customer, requirements. Working as part of a senior, integrated management team, reporting to the executive. Best practice examples of business solutions (specific to project scope & objectives). ABOUT BIFFA: Here at Biffa, we have a friendly, open, honest culture that's based on mutual trust and respect. Safety is our number one priority and we look out for each other. We're very proud of what we do and are continually striving to be better. We listen to our employees and we care about what our employees think. At Biffa, we encourage our people to take responsibility. You'll have a real opportunity to make a positive contribution to our business, our customers and to the communities in which we operate. We're committed to helping our people fulfil their potential. You'll find many exciting opportunities and challenges with us and people are rewarded fairly for their efforts, recognising the valuable contribution that everyone makes to our business. Biffa - Valuing Difference: We believe that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. Biffa is therefore committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas and places great importance on ensuring it is a diverse and fulfilling place to work.